One of our own coming home

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http://www.midhudsonnews.com/News/2014/May/05/Farrell_funr_set-05.html

For those that may be able to participate, Sgt Farrell, KIA in Afghanistan and member of Accord FD, will return to Stewart Airport on Wednesday, May 7. The time I have been told is around 10am, but you may want to confirm that. I do not know the route the procession will take.

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This is from the UCSO:

SGT. SHAWN MICHAEL FARRELL II FUNERAL PROCESSION WITH MILITARY HONORS & FUNERAL SERVICES



The details of the funeral procession and services for Sgt. Shawn Michael Farrell are as follows:



Sgt. Farrell is receiving full Military Honors. He will be accompanied by his family, members of the United States Military, Accord and Kripplebush Fire Departments, Ulster County Sheriff’s Department, New York State Police, and Patriot Guard Riders. The motorcade will leave Stewart International Airport in Newburgh, NY at approximately 10:30 - 10:45 am on Wednesday, May 7 and travel Route 747 to I-84 to the New York State Thruway to the Kingston, NY exit (Exit 19). Upon exiting the Thruway, the processional will expand to include additional members and proceed on Route 28 W to Route 209 S through Hurley, Marbletown, Stone Ridge, Kripplebush then go past Rondout Valley High School and loop back to Route 209 via Kyserike Road, continuing on thru Accord to the final destination, Skate Time at 5164 U.S. 209, Accord, NY.



Visitation for family members will be on Wednesday, May 7.



Visitation for friends and the general public will be held at Skate Time on Thursday, May 8 from 10 am - 12 pm, followed by a 1 pm service and concluding with internment at the Krumville Cemetery. The funeral procession will leave from Skate Time and travel north on Route 209 to County Route 2 to County Route 2 A and conclude at the Krumville Cemetery.



Members of the public are invited to show their respect for Sgt. Farrell anywhere along the processional route where they can safely do so on both Wednesday or Thursday.

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Our deepest sympathy to Sgt. Shawn Michael Farrell II's family members and his Accord FD family. We are grateful that he was able and chose to serve both his country and his community, and regret that he gave the ultimate sacrifice, but hope his memories help inspire others. Rest In Peace, and thank you, Sgt. Farrell.